Our vision is to be the most progressive practice we can be; a practice that treats our clients like friends and our staff like family, to always be a practice that you remember and recommend to your family, friends, and fellow pet owners. Check with our staff about special promotions and discount pricing on annual physicals, flea and tick preventatives, as well as different types of heartworm preventative.
Houston County Animal Clinic provide preventive and restorative pet dental health care and surgery for cats and dogs in Erin and surrounding communities.
Vaccination
Routine pet vaccinations and parasite preventives from our vets at Houston County Animal Clinic can protect your cat or dog from a wide range of serious, often contagious, diseases and disorders.
Nutritional Counseling
Pets suffering from GI problems often experience symptoms such as blood in stool, constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, gas, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, and weight loss.
Comprehensive Examination
Wellness exams at Houston County Animal Clinic focus on preventive care for your pet. These routine exams help ensure your animal is in good health and aim to catch emerging issues early while they are the easiest to treat.
In some dogs, a flea's saliva will trigger an allergic reaction that can result in flea allergy dermatitis. This can lead to extremely itchy skin — especially at the base of the tail. You might find their skin becomes scabbed, red and inflamed. Other signs of fleas include flea dirt (feces), and you may sometimes see fleas themselves.
Behavioral Disorder Treatment
There are a number of common pulmonary disorders seen in dogs, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), canine distemper virus, pneumonia, and lung tumors.
Pain Management
Post-operative monitoring and pain management are our priorities following surgery. Your vet will also provide thorough instructions for at-home care.
Vomiting Treatment
Diarrhea Treatment
Skin Condition and Allergy Treatment
The vets at Houston County Animal Clinic can provide allergy testing and treatment options, working with you to determine the root cause of your pet's discomfort.
Upper Respiratory Illness Treatment
Your pet's respiratory system does the essential work of delivering oxygen to the body and eliminating waste gases such as carbon dioxide. Because dogs and cats don't sweat the way people do, your pet's respiratory system also plays a key role in regulating body temperature.
Leptospirosis is typically seen in dogs but can easily be transmitted to their loving owners. Our Erin vets are here to discuss the symptoms you need to look out for, and tips to protect your pet.
Parvovirus Infection Treatment
Feline Retro Virus Treatment
Some of the most common cancers in dogs include mast cell tumors, melanoma, lymphoma, and bone cancer. In cats, some of the most common cancers include lymphoma, feline leukemia virus (FeLV), mammary cancer, and skin cancer.
Bacterial and Viral Infection Treatment
Ear Infection Treatment
Our Erin vets see a lot of ear infections in dogs. Most dog ear infections are easy to treat if caught early. Here are some signs that your pooch might have an ear infection and what you should do.
Anal Gland Infection Treatment
Our bathing services are available by appointment, and include a thorough shampooing, nail trim, ear cleaning, and anal gland expression, as well as blowing drying and brushing.
Urinary Tract Infection Treatment
Veterinary internal medicine also covers urology conditions such as urinary tract infections (UTIs) in dogs and feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) in cats.
Although osteoarthritis is generally a condition we think of in older dogs, this painful condition can also affect your senior cat's joints.
Hip Dysplasia Treatment
There are a number of joint or bone disorders that can result in pain and discomfort for your geriatric dog. Some of the most common joint and bone disorders in geriatric pets that our veterinarians see include arthritis, hip dysplasia, osteochondrosis, reduction in spinal flexibility, and growth plate disorders.
Diabetes Treatment
Thyroid Disease Treatment
Common immune-mediated disorders in dogs and cats include anemia, arthritis, irritable bowel syndrome, hypothyroidism, allergies, and skin diseases.
Heart Disease Treatment
Our Erin vets have the skills and experience to provide diagnosis and treatment for a variety of internal medicine conditions in cats and dogs, from hormone imbalances to heart disease.
Kidney Disease Treatment
As pets age, their kidneys tend to lose their function. In some cases, kidney disease can be caused by medications used to treat other common conditions seen in geriatric pets.
Periodontal Disease Treatment
The final step is to apply a dental sealant to prevent plaque from attaching to the enamel. If advanced periodontal disease is found, the veterinarian will develop a treatment plan and discuss it with you.
Cancer Treatment
If your pet requires diagnosis or cancer care beyond the scope of our skilled veterinarians, we will refer you to a veterinary oncology specialist near Erin.
Learning that your pet needs dental surgery can be overwhelming. We will work hard to help make this process as stress-free as possible, for you and for your pet.
Veterinary Surgery
In some cases, specialized skills or equipment are needed to perform pet surgery. If that is the case for your animal, your vet will refer you to a cat or dog surgeon near Erin and work closely with your veterinary surgeon to ensure that your dog or cat receives the very best care.
Spaying and Neutering
Neuter (males) - Neutering your male cat prevents your pet from fathering unwanted kittens, protects your cat against various illnesses, and can help to prevent territory marking (spraying), roaming, howling, and cat aggression.
The diagnostic tools and testing available in our in-house laboratory allows our Erin vets to quickly and accurately diagnose your pet's medical condition and begin treatment as soon as possible.
X-Ray
If your veterinarian performs a physical examination and suspects your pet may have a heart disorder, we usually take chest X-Rays and an electrocardiogram (ECG / EKG).
Dental Radiology
At our Erin veterinary hospital, we provide complete dental care for your dog or cat, from basics such as dental exams, teeth cleanings and polishing, to dental X-rays and surgeries.
Microchipping
Microchipping - A microchip is a permanent form of identification that is about the size of a grain of rice and placed under your pet’s skin. Pets that are microchipped have a better chance of being reunited with their owners if they are lost.
With our overnight pet boarding for cats and dogs, our Erin veterinary team will provide your pet with a welcoming and comfortable home-away-from-home whenever you can't be with them.
Grooming
At our Erin animal hospital, we offer bathing and professional pet grooming for cats and dogs of all breeds and sizes, helping you to help your best friend put their best paw forward.
Senior Pet Care
Senior pets need routine preventive veterinary care and early diagnosis throughout their golden years to help them slow the progression of age-related conditions and maintain a good quality of life as they continue to age...